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In our October + November 2024 issue, we feature Sweden’s Joanna Alm! Also included are articles on buying and selling cafés, rewarding regular customers, ’One on One’ with Dr. Fabiana Carvalho, and much more! BY […]

The Accademia del Caffè Espresso premieres The Rise of Espresso, a documentary that celebrates the Italian immigrants who helped turn espresso into a worldwide phenomenon. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of Giada […]

The Mytico Due brings coffee equipment design and aesthetics that redefines the standards in professional coffee-making PAID EDITORIAL Photos courtesy of Franke Coffee Systems Crafting coffee is a timeless art, evoking images of the classic […]

The two 2023 Educator Summits were a big success; this year, the SCA will present summits across the United States and Asia. BY J. MARIE CARLANBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of Specialty Coffee Association Following […]

RE:BLOOM is an educational and networking series of events kicking off in Chapel Hill on September 27-28. BY J. MARIE CARLANBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of SCA USA The USA Chapter of the Specialty Coffee […]

These specialty-coffee shops are worth braving the notorious Los Angeles traffic. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by Sinjin Thomas My first barista job was in Old Town Orange—a quaint, slow-moving part of […]

We make a visit to æ, Tokyo’s groundbreaking zero-waste specialty café, for some tips on running a shop sustainably. BY TANYA NANETTI SENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Among the specialty-coffee shops we planned to visit while in […]

We continue our talk with Dylan Siemens about accessible coffee education, sustainability, and more. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of Dylan Siemens Having worked in coffee for over a decade, and with […]

We get to know Dylan Siemens, whose passion for coffee is evident in his current role as head of education at Cafe Imports. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of Dylan Siemens With […]

We test the Ousia Coffee Grinder, a hand-crafted device that combines precision, durability, and craftsmanship. BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Cover photo courtesy of Vasileia Fanarioti For coffee enthusiasts, a grinder is more than just […]

Heading to Lisbon for the 2024 WAC? We’ve got a guide to help you immerse yourself in the city’s specialty-coffee scene. BY ISABELLE MANISPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by Nathan Bakirci The highly […]

We continue our debate looking at the two sides of having a cashless system. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by Charles Thompson Welcome back to “Let’s Talk About: The Pros & Cons […]

Join us for a tour around L.A.’s San Fernando Valley, including quaint cafés like House Roots Coffee, a bakery & coffeehouse nestled in the Granada Hills neighborhood. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo […]

Is transitioning to a cashless system a good decision for a coffee shop? We weigh the pros and cons and hear what our online readers think. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by […]

From adorable board books for toddlers to inspiring tales for older children, these selections introduce young readers to the world of coffee through fun stories and valuable life lessons. BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Featured […]

Discover how this festival—returning later this month—brings Austin’s vibrant coffee community together for a weekend of culture, connection, and, of course, great coffee. BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Cover photo courtesy of Craft Hospitality As […]

We deepen our discussion on automation and weigh more opinions from Barista Magazine Online’s readers. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo via Unsplash and Getty Images Welcome to part two of our discussion […]

We wanted to know: What are your thoughts on automation? Today, we explore the topic and share insight from Barista Magazine Online’s readers. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by Andy Kelly Robotics […]

Discover the journey of Liz Escobar, a Colombian coffee producer and chef, as she blends the worlds of specialty coffee and fine dining. BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos courtesy of Liz Escobar Liz Escobar, […]

We discover what the NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2 has to offer in this in-depth review, exploring its design, functionality, and performance. BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Featured photo by Vasileia Fanarioti Creating professional-grade micro-foam at home […]

Linda Gonzalez of Café Juayúa shares her thoughts on El Salvador, her history, and what she wants people to know about her family’s coffee. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Cover photo courtesy of Linda […]

The new AeroPress champ shares how they came to love the AeroPress, their competition prep, and their winning recipe. BY J. MARIE CARLANBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos by John Olson for AeroPress The AeroPress is beloved […]

From seed to cup, Café Juayúa is keeping it in the family—and owner Linda Gonzalez is sharing why that’s so important. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Cover photo courtesy of Linda Gonzalez Anyone who […]

Famous for its Old Town and striking Baroque architecture, Vilnius is a vibrant community with a lively food scene, craft beer, and specialty cafés. BY TANYA NANETTI SENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Featured photo by Dan-Marian-Stefan Doroghi  […]

We share our top five strategies for de-escalating conflict in the café. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo sourced via Unsplash In part one of “Let’s Talk About: Conflict De-Escalation” we explained what […]

Is conflict de-escalation on your list of abilities as a barista? We explore the importance of this “soft skill.” BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo via Pixabay Manning a coffee shop by yourself […]

Finally, a specialty energy drink for specialty coffee shops: Next Level Energy Drinks. Paid Editorial Here are the numbers: According to Statista, the energy drink market hit $159 billion in 2021 and is expected to […]